Weekends in Dubai are made for wandering through art galleries and, ideally, through a great breakfast menu before any of that begins. With new exhibitions popping up across the city, from warehouse spaces in Alserkal Avenue to sleek institutional halls in Jameel Arts Centre and dynamic shows in DIFC, there is plenty of art to take in.
If you are feeling that slow Saturday mood, here is some breakfast fuel inspiration to get you started...
Every Saturday, Chef Nick Alvis throws a twist on your favourite breakfast dishes. The Elevenses menu balances light, bright dishes such as the Granola Trio with elevated comfort picks including truffled scrambled eggs on sourdough. Heartier appetites will find joy in The Full Beam, while the refined Beam Benedict adds a luxurious twist to the classics.
This is the perfect spot for easing into the weekend. You can unwind in the garden under Dubai’s soft winter sun or settle indoors where the atmosphere feels calm but lively.
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tashas Jumeirah feels like stepping into an indoor courtyard wrapped in soft light, cascading greenery and quiet romance. Natural textures and sculptural details create a serene, greenhouse inspired setting ideal for slow breakfasts and calm weekend starts.
The seamless flow from café to courtyard to terrace means you can choose your atmosphere, whether cosy, airy or alfresco. It is an all-day space, but mornings here feel especially unhurried and beautiful.
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The brightly coloured, airy dining room make mornings feel special. Bungalo34 captures a chic yet effortless Riviera spirit, making it an idyllic beach side stop before heading into a day of gallery hopping. Opt to dine on the stunning terrace while enjoying your Mediterranean breakfast. The dishes feel both classic and modern, cooked with care and presented beautifully without being fussy.
Don't forget to wander the curated retail corner by Collective Africa, which adds a stylish, resort-like touch to your visit.
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People come here as much for the light ariry atmosphere and decor, as they do for the breakfast. Uptown Social blends upbeat city energy with cosy, design led charm, ideal for a quick bite or a laid-back morning. The café serves easy, well-crafted dishes, speciality coffee and an all-day breakfast menu that leans comforting yet fresh.
Think fluffy pancakes, golden waffles, vibrant bowls and excellent pastries. Set inside Uptown Tower’s Atrium, it is part café, part workspace and entirely photogenic, offering fuel for both your appetite and your art-filled Saturday.
Visit: uptownsocialdubai.com
Hayley is passionate about everything 90s, from art and fashion to music. Her love for glossy, artful coffee table books started early during her days in book publishing and has only grown since. She collects luxury magazines from around the world, enjoys exploring creative workshops around the city, and always chases dinners with a view, preferably by the beach.
